Description
Surprise your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with a beautiful Heart Cake that boasts a rich chocolate exterior and a delightful heart-shaped filling. This stunning dessert not only looks impressive but also delivers an unforgettable taste experience, making it the perfect centerpiece for any romantic celebration. With its enchanting aroma and delicious flavors, every slice promises to bring joy and love to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Red or pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
- In another bowl, mix a portion of the batter with food coloring for the surprise filling.
- Pour half of the regular batter into prepared pans. Spoon colored batter on top and cover with remaining batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before removing from pans.
- Cut heart shapes from one layer and fill with whipped cream or frosting before stacking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg